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Particle therapy offers precise tumor treatment with minimal side effects. A new facility at CERN, supported by the ENLIGHT network, aims to increase research access to particle beamtime for advanced radiobiology and dosimetry studies.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Physics
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Particle Accelerators

Background:

  • Particle therapy, using protons and carbon ions, provides highly conformal radiation treatment for deep-seated tumors, sparing surrounding tissues.
  • Significant advancements in particle therapy infrastructure have occurred in Europe, with operational treatment centers and ongoing research.
  • Limited beamtime for research hinders progress in radiobiology, dosimetry, and imaging techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the progress and coordination efforts of the European Network for Light Ion Hadron Therapy (ENLIGHT).
  • To highlight the need for increased access to particle beamtime for biomedical research.
  • To explore the potential of the Low Energy Ion Ring (LEIR) accelerator at CERN as a future biomedical research facility.

Main Methods:

Keywords:
EC projectsENLIGHTLEIRParticle therapy

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  • Review of particle therapy advancements and infrastructure in Europe.
  • Discussion of the role and initiatives of the ENLIGHT network.
  • Assessment of CERN's LEIR accelerator for biomedical research applications.

Main Results:

  • Several particle therapy centers are operational in Europe, including dual-ion facilities.
  • The ENLIGHT network coordinates European efforts in light ion hadron therapy.
  • CERN's LEIR accelerator is identified as a potential resource for enhanced research beamtime.

Conclusions:

  • Particle therapy represents a significant advancement over conventional radiotherapy.
  • Enhanced access to particle beamtime is crucial for further research and development in the field.
  • The proposed biomedical facility at CERN, leveraging LEIR, could greatly benefit the research community.